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##### CAS Number

12125-02-9















##### Grade

ACS















##### Packaging

Fiber Drum







































Ammonium Chloride is an inorganic compound consisting of ammonium and chlorite ions. Commonly used as a flux in soldering, a fertilizer in agriculture, a component in dry cell batteries, and an expectorant in medicine.
**Chemical Formula:** NH₄Cl
**Appearance**: White, crystalline solid or powder.
**Uses:**
**Pharmaceuticals:** Ammonium Chloride has been used historically in medicine as an expectorant to thin and loosen mucus in the respiratory tract and as a diuretic.
**Agriculture:** Used in agriculture as a source of nitrogen nutrients to fertilize soil, improve soil fertility, and enhance crop yields. It helps promote plant growth, increase flowering, and boost overall plant health.
**Food Additive:** In the food industry, Ammonium Chloride can be used as a food additive or processing aid for flavor enhancement, pH adjustment, and stabilizing agent in food products, such as baked goods, candies, and confectioneries.
**Analytical Reagent:** ACS-grade Ammonium Chloride is commonly used as an analytical reagent in chemical analysis, qualitative and quantitative determinations, and research experiments requiring high purity and precision.
**Additional Applications:** Ammonium Chloride is a versatile compound with applications in laboratory analysis.







































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